Visit Southwest Waterfront
Popular places to visit
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
United States Capitol is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.
Arlington National Cemetery
Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to Arlington National Cemetery. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Top hotels in Southwest Waterfront
Washington Plaza Hotel
The staff was exceptional
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Great staff great room and the pool was nice
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
I did not use the business facilities and did not eat breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Wonderful, warm reception from the front desk
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Salamander Washington DC
Run of the mill breakfast buffet with no custom order options. The room was clean but dated. I needed to request a refrigerator to be brought to my room as I travel with medicine that requires refrigeration.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
The staff was wonderful the room was clean. But to fit three the room was cramped.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Waterfront
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.
Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
Capitol Hill
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like United States Capitol and Folger Shakespeare Library, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.
Penn Quarter
While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like United States Navy Memorial and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.
